Kumquat’s Spicy Oriental Stir-Fry

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 2
Spicy Oriental Stir-Fry packed with flavor
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons sherry wine
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce ( Lee Kum Kee brand recommended )
1 tablespoon chile sauce with garlic
1 teaspoon arrowroot ( or 2 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch )
3/4 cup vegetable broth
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 cup carrot , peeled and sliced diagonally ( about 2 )
1 cup sugar snap pea , trimmed
1 small red bell pepper , cut into small strips
1 small onion , chopped
8 8 ounces cooked beef or 8 ounces cooked chicken , cut into strips
3 -4 scallions , sliced
1 cup rice
1 cup vegetable broth
1 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
526
Sugar
8g
Fat
21g
Kumquat's Spicy Oriental Stir-Fry is a perfect balance of spicy and sweet flavors that will leave you wanting more. The dish is a medley of colorful, crisp veggies and tender, juicy meat tossed in a spicy sauce. The aroma that fills your kitchen as you cook this dish will have your taste buds watering. It is perfect for those who want to enjoy a satisfying meal that is both flavorful and healthy. This Spicy Oriental Stir-Fry is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or when you have guests over.

Instructions

1.In a small mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, sherry wine, hoisin sauce, chile sauce, and arrowroot to create a sauce.
2.In a separate bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup vegetable broth with the sauce mixture.
3.Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat; add the vegetable oil and sesame oil, followed by the carrot, sugar snap peas, red bell pepper, and onion.
4.Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, then add the beef or chicken and scallions. Cook until meat is warmed through.
5.Pour in the vegetable broth and sauce, cook for 1-2 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
6.Meanwhile, cook 1 cup of rice with 1 cup of vegetable broth and 1 cup of water following package instructions.
7.Serve the stir-fry over the cooked rice.

PROS

This dish is an explosion of flavors that will satisfy your taste buds.

It is full of veggies that provide a healthy dose of nutrients.

It can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for a quick dinner.

CONS

The dish is a bit heavy on the sauce, which can be high in sodium.

It contains meat, which might not be suitable for everyone’s dietary preferences.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The stir-fry is packed with veggies that are high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
The beef or chicken provide a good source of protein.
Studies show that consuming chile sauce can boost your metabolism and help you burn fat.

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